Mama Pho – Vietnamese
Stepping into Mama Pho feels like a warm embrace, where the air is thick with the comforting, aromatic perfume of star anise, charred ginger, and slow-simmered bone broth. Vibrant platters of crisp bean sprouts and fragrant Thai basil arrive at every table, ready to be swirled into steaming bowls of silky rice noodles that balance deep umami with garden-fresh brightness. This soulful sanctuary captures the heart of Vietnamese home cooking, offering a sensory escape that nourishes both the palate and the spirit.
900, 2nd Avenue, NY, 10017 +1-646-490-7225 https://www.mamaphobk.comRating: 4.4/5 (223 reviews)
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, keto, paleo, pescatarian, heart-healthy, plant-based, sugar-free, low-fat, mediterranean, diabetic, atkins, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, clean-eating, weight-watchers, south-beach, tlc, volumetrics, detox, alkaline, raw-food, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 9:45 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about Mama Pho as a reliable go-to spot for hearty, authentic Vietnamese comfort food, specifically highlighting the satisfying broth and high-quality traditional rice noodles that don't get soggy. Standout dishes include the tender rare rib eye pho, juicy dumpling pho, and flavorful chicken pho, all served in generous portions at reasonable prices. Guests appreciate the friendly, efficient service and the cute, convenient location near Grand Central, though some note that appetizers and mains may arrive simultaneously.
Menu
- Ribeye Pho - $18.99: Ribeye steak, rice noodles, beef broth, herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics
- Brisket Pho - $19.99: Brisket, rice noodles, beef broth, herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics
- Mama Pho - $23.99: Special combination pho Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics
- Chicken Pho - $18.99: Chicken, rice noodles, broth, herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Tofu Pho - $18.99: Tofu, rice noodles, broth, herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Vegetable Pho - $18.99: Assorted vegetables, rice noodles, broth, herbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Shrimp Pho - $19.99: Shrimp, rice noodles, broth, herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Pork Dumplings Pho (6pc) - $18.99: Pork dumplings, rice noodles, broth, herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Volumetrics
- Beef Meatball Pho - $18.99: Beef meatballs, rice noodles, broth, herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Volumetrics
- Short Rib Pho - $26.99: Short rib, rice noodles, broth, herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics
- Shrimp and Ribeye Pho - $22.99: Shrimp, ribeye, rice noodles, broth, herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics
- Classic Banh Mi w/ Ground Pork - $14.99: Ground pork, baguette, pickled vegetables, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Chicken Banh Mi - $14.99: Chicken, baguette, pickled vegetables, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Vietnames Ham Combo - $13.99: Pork Roll, Pork Belly & Brawn Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Pork Chop Banh Mi - $15.99: Pork chop, baguette, pickled vegetables, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Five Spice Beef Banh Mi - $14.99: Five spice beef, baguette, pickled vegetables, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Green Papaya Salad - $12.99: Choice of protein served with peanuts, shredded cucumber, papaya and carrots. Served with fish sauce vinaigrette on the side. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Low-Fat, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Shrimp Papaya Salad - $15.99: Choice of protein served with peanuts, shredded cucumber, papaya and carrots. Served with fish sauce vinaigrette on the side. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Mango Salad - $10.99: Shredded Mango with mint and traditional vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Shrimp Mango Salad - $15.99: Shrimp over shredded Mango with mint and traditional vinaigrette. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Eggplant - $9.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Lemongrass Beef Skewers - $8.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Atkins
- Shrimp Skewers - $8.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Chicken Wings - $7.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Baby Back Ribs - $7.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Baby pho (beef) - $8.95: Small portion of beef pho Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Shrimp Summer Rolls (2pcs) - $10.99: Vermicelli noodles with cucumber, mint, shredded green papaya and carrots. Wrap with rice paper served with peanut sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Weight-Watchers, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Chicken Summer Rolls (2pcs) - $11.99: Vermicelli noodles with cucumber, mint, shredded green papaya and carrots. Wrap with rice paper served with peanut sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Low-Fat, Weight-Watchers, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Tofu Summer Rolls (2pcs) - $10.99: Vermicelli noodles with cucumber, mint, shredded green papaya and carrots. Wrap with rice paper served with peanut sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Weight-Watchers, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Beef Summer Rolls (2pcs) - $10.99: Vermicelli noodles with cucumber, mint, shredded green papaya and carrots. Wrap with rice paper served with peanut sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Low-Fat, Weight-Watchers, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Shrimp & Pork Belly Rolls (2pcs) - $12.99: Vermicelli noodles with cucumber, mint, shredded green papaya and carrots. Wrap with rice paper served with peanut sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free
- Avocado Summer Rolls (2pcs) - $10.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Five spice Pork chop summer rolls - $14.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free
- Pork Steamed Dumplings (4pcs) - $7.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Pork Steamed Dumplings (8pcs) - $10.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Pork Dumpling Soup (4pc) - $8.99: Served in our Beef Pho broth, topped with onions and cilantro. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Volumetrics
- Fried Pork Spring Rolls (4pc) - $10.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Chicken w/ Rice - $18.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Dry Pho Noodles: Dry pho noodle tossed in house sauce with bean sprout, scallion, onion, cilantro served with culantro, basil and lime and small small pho broth serve on the side Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat
Frequently Asked Questions about Mama Pho
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features 15 pho and banh mi varieties, plus appetizers and summer rolls catering to 34 different dietary preferences.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- This budget-friendly ($) restaurant offers a cute, convenient atmosphere near Grand Central, specializing in authentic Vietnamese comfort food and home cooking.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- Rated 4.4/5, this cute, budget-friendly ($) restaurant provides a warm atmosphere and authentic Vietnamese comfort food for casual dates.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- While guests appreciate the pho and service, some customer reviews mention concerns regarding the restaurant's appetizers.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided data for Mama Pho does not include specific information regarding the restaurant's daily hours of operation.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Rated 4.4/5, customers love the satisfying broth, high-quality rice noodles, generous portions of rib eye pho, and friendly, efficient service.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Vegan options include Avocado Summer Rolls; gluten-free choices include Chicken w/ Rice and Dry Pho Noodles.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include the tender rare rib eye pho, juicy dumpling pho, and flavorful chicken pho, which diners praise as standout options.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- Mama Pho has a total of 223 reviews from customers, maintaining an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Mama Pho by visiting their website at https://www.mamaphobk.com or visiting their location near Grand Central.